Yes, Kickstarter tends to become very "hands off" as soon as they get their percentage. This is true for both backers and creators. I have read your comments and I will work on more comprehensive response, however for the time being here is a summary: The parts for all rewards exist but I am disappointed with the surface finish the manufacturer supplied. Trying to rectify this issue has been the main source of delays with the project being completed. At this point I believe my only option to bring any kind of closure to this project is to send out the parts as-is and un-assembled. I will do my best to clarify more on this in the full update.

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Backing a project on Kickstarter is an expression of trust. Backers pledge in hopes of helping a creator bring their idea to life. This interaction can lead to the creation of new and exciting things, but it’s also important to remember that sometimes complications might arise that prevent a project from unfolding as planned, or even from happening at all. This isn’t ideal for creators or backers, but we hope that both parties will try to communicate with each other through these developments. We’re sorry that this hasn’t been the case with this project, but hope that you’ll continue to back projects that you’re excited about.

Thank you again for sharing the experience that you have had with this project. Although we are unable to offer refunds, we are constantly working to improve the vetting process for creators and feedback such as this is exactly what helps us do so. We hope that you’ll continue to be an active member of the Kickstarter community as we learn and grow with our community.

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Basically, there's no way they can force David to do anything, which I understand.

Please don't ignore your supporters. Issue and update - any update. Share with us the good, bad and ugly. Failure to communicate out of fear is the worst thing you can do. Start typing right now we need to hear from you. It will only get worse if you continue to not to update.

@David - now is probably the time for a real update. I think you owe everyone here that much.

@Brain - I would love to know what you learn from kickstarter, I think others would also like to know as well.

Personally, I would just like to know what is going on - closure basically. This was such an exciting project, and like any great endeavor - sometimes things don't connect. However, did things just not connect - or was there a lack of care taken by the project leader? This is what really bugs me. Knowing one way or the other, would set my mind at rest.

Superbacker

I just don't understand why he kept lying to backers. At this point it is clear that he is not going to get the project done. I wonder if he really ever even ordered the parts? The world may never know...

Now more than a month since the supposed "game changer" that was supposed to be revealed the next week... it is now more than 3 months since the last official update, over 2 years past the date when the items were supposed to be delivered in the first place, and David has now been holding our money for more than TWO AND A HALF YEARS.

Superbacker

I think you should just send what you have. No 'waiting for hex wrenches', we can all find our own. No 'writing up an assembly manual' you can post it online later, theres only a few parts. No more excuses or delays please.

Before I commit to this as an option I need to make sure it's feasible. I'm currently producing assembly instructions, sourcing the hex wrenches I'll need to include, and determining what my minimum level of involvement in assembly needs to be. Once I have vetted this I will be releasing a independent survey to gather info on the desired assembly and finish options for each backer.

David - I hate to harop on this, but about 45 days ago you asked everyone what you should do given the state of the finish on the parts. I saw quite a few people say "send us what you have and we will put it together". Any chance that actually happens? I would be more than willing to take what I could get at this point.

I be happy if you sent the thing as a kit and let me put that thing together. This is first of 3 Kickstarter projects I've been waiting for over 2 years and have received nothing. Give it some thought and offer a kit. $100 bucks is a lot to spend on nothing.

Approaching the "2-year" mark. After you asked for what we would like...I'd be happy if you shipped the parts as you received them. I'm not putting this thing in a museum and I don't care if it doesn't match the "prototype" as an exact replica. I just want to get something that looks professional and functional. Lets get this thing going!

I would have been happy receiving my combo pack in matte white if it meant receiving these items this year. Further delays due to trying for perfection do not seem worth it. Please just find something that that is functional and professional looking, and move on to the next project/adventure!

I am also distressed that the people who gave the most money receive product later than those who gave the least. Tier 6 folks like me have to wait much longer than people who gave half as much money.

I think kickstarter has just given up on david like the rest of us. No surprise since we are going on nearly three years after we backed this supposed project. Ive sent numerous emails and messages to david with no reply so any updates are worthless if he cannot show any courtesy to us and reply to our messages.

David - I am a Canadian backer who ordered the Combo Kit. Back in February you stated that Tier 3 was "(Early)" but I have not received my Ferro or Ferrite. Can you please update me on when I can reasonably expect this? Thanks.

It's really a shame considering that the project isn't being completed because of lack of effort from the founder rather than the technical or financial feasibility of the project. I hope to be proven wrong but this certainly seems to be the case